C1noun 2K

Isolation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Isolation

the act of separating somebody/something; the state of being separate

In simple words: being alone or separated from others

Isolation in a sentence

• The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the contagious disease.
• Social isolation can have serious effects on mental health and wellbeing.
• Scientists used isolation techniques to extract the pure compound from the mixture.
• Isolation of the variables was necessary to understand their individual impacts on the experiment.
• The researchers studied the geographical isolation of species on the island.
• After moving to a remote cabin, she experienced profound feelings of isolation from society.

How to use Isolation

Use 'isolation' in formal contexts when discussing health, psychology, or social issues. Avoid in casual conversations, where simpler terms like 'alone' might be used instead.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'I-so-late-on' as when you're alone and feel left out.

Related words

Collocations with Isolation

• complete
• total
• relative
• experience
• suffer
• suffer from
• hospital
• room
• ward
• in isolation
• in splendid isolation
• complete
• total
• relative
• experience
• suffer
• suffer from
• hospital
• room
• ward
• in isolation
• in splendid isolation

Synonyms for Isolation

• seclusion
• loneliness
• alienation
• segregation
• quarantine

Opposites of Isolation

• connection
• companionship
• togetherness

Common mistakes with Isolation

• Confused with 'solitude', which has a more positive connotation.
• Using it incorrectly to mean 'separation' in a general sense without the emotional aspect.
• Overusing in casual conversation instead of simpler terms.

Frequently asked questions about Isolation

What does Isolation mean?

being alone or separated from others

What is the definition of Isolation?

the act of separating somebody/something; the state of being separate

How do you use Isolation in a sentence?

The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the contagious disease.

Can you give another example of Isolation?

Social isolation can have serious effects on mental health and wellbeing.

What are synonyms for Isolation?

Common alternatives include seclusion, loneliness, alienation, segregation, quarantine.

What is the opposite of Isolation?

Opposite meanings include connection, companionship, togetherness.

What words go with Isolation?

It commonly pairs with complete, total, relative, experience, suffer, suffer from, hospital, room, ward, in isolation, in splendid isolation, complete, total, relative, experience, suffer, suffer from, hospital, room, ward, in isolation, in splendid isolation.

What are common mistakes when using Isolation?

Confused with 'solitude', which has a more positive connotation. Using it incorrectly to mean 'separation' in a general sense without the emotional aspect. Overusing in casual conversation instead of simpler terms.

How do you pronounce Isolation?

US: /["/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Isolation?

Use 'isolation' in formal contexts when discussing health, psychology, or social issues. Avoid in casual conversations, where simpler terms like 'alone' might be used instead.

What CEFR level is Isolation?

"Isolation" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.